Chefs from around the world gather for international cooking competition

A fire at an old warehouse was contained before it spread to nearby residential buildingsA survey found that 65% of consumers prefer to buy products with eco-friendly packaging

A renowned author released a new novel that explores the impact of climate change on coastal communitiesThe transportation agency added 18 new electric buses to its fleet to reduce carbon emissionsArchaeologists uncovered a 3000-year-old tomb containing ancient jewelry and pottery in Egypt

A major airline announced it would offer direct flights to four new Asian cities starting next yearHealth officials issued a warning about a rise in cases of Lyme disease in wooded suburban areas

A city council voted to convert a vacant lot into a community garden for local residents

A study showed that spending 20 minutes a day in sunlight improves vitamin D levels and moodA famous actor won Best Actor at an international film festival for a critically acclaimed role

The government announced a $100 million program to help homeless people find permanent housingA new high-speed internet service launched in rural areas connecting underserved communities

A study found daily breakfast improves high school students’ academic performanceA local community organized a cultural diversity festival with international music dance and food

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• ·The country’s export of goods increased by 15 percent this quarter
• ·Power company offers rebates to customers who install solar panels
• ·The national parliament passed a new law to protect endangered species, imposing stricter penalties on illegal hunting and trading.
• ·A tech startup launched an app that helps people learn foreign languages quickly
• ·Marine biologists work to protect coral reefs from pollution
• ·A local business association organized a workshop for small business owners on marketing
• ·A hotel added a rooftop garden where guests can pick fresh herbs and vegetables for cooking classes
• ·Scientists at NASA developed a new spacesuit material that can withstand extreme temperatures on Mars (-153°C to 20°C)
• ·A grocery store added a zero-waste aisle with bulk grains nuts and spices in reusable containers
• ·A team of engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that generates more energy
• ·Police department partners with neighborhood watch groups to reduce theft
• ·A famous director announced their next film will be a biopic about a renowned civil rights leader
• ·A historic hotel in the city center was renovated and reopened after being closed for two years
• ·A hotel chain offered free stays to healthcare workers during the holiday season
• ·A software company provided free technical support to its customers
• ·The city introduced a new public transportation card for easier travel